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[Turb0]

Ok, looking at V-neck sweaters again, cashmere this time. I've been mostly looking at Polo Ralph Lauren sweaters since I got a good deal on a cashmere one and the fit is about perfect. However, I noticed that Brooks Brothers' cashmere is from Scotland so I'm wondering if I should consider that. The only thing is that I have a Merino Wool BB V-neck and it's a little too big in the body for my tastes, and at times seems like it's a little too short in length.

If there's anyone reading this who has a Medium Cashmere BB V-neck, could you measure the pit to pit and length of it please?

And in general, which would be the better choice quality-wise, BB or PRL since pricing is essentially the same? Thanks again guys.

 

[Vivaldi09]

I'm currently a college student and I'm getting tired of always wearing gym shoes/tennis shoes. I'd really like to get some casual leather shoes (they don't necessarily have to be leather). I live in Florida so I always wear khaki shorts/cargo shorts and a polo. What shoes do you think I should get? By the way, I do not like penny loafers/moccasins so those are out. Thank you, I appreciate your respones.

Would someone be willing to answer this question?

 

[cptjeff]



And in general, which would be the better choice quality-wise, BB or PRL since pricing is essentially the same? Thanks again guys.

Can't help you with measurements, but you can't go wrong with either brand. They both put out good quality stuff that's entirely reasonable for the pricepoint they put it at.

 

[TheDapperMan]

can anyone recommend a good vest?

Both a down vest and a dale vest.
two i like are from onassis clothing but would prefer not to spend less than 200

http://www.onassisclothing.com/index.php/apparel/blazers/dale.html

 

[cptjeff]



Single buckle monk straps don't seem to get much love around here, often described as being like "Pilgrim shoes." If you like them use your own judgement, it is your style after all.

I far prefer them. The apron on double monks looks incredibly awkward to my eye, single monks look much nicer. That configuration, with the plain toe, is one of my favorite designs. Hell, I'm wearing an incredibly similar pair of vintage AEs right now. In the same color as those. Great shoe, I love them with both jeans and suits.

 

[netsua]



clarksdb's park avenue is a good; I would add the kenilworth's as well if you are specifically looking for a plain toe blucher like the one in your pic.

I'm actually looking for a pair of Plain toe bluchers myself, kenilworth's look perfect but they fit me very poorly and I had to let them go... anyone have any suggestions for a similar shoe?

 

[JBMarce21]

can anyone recommend a good vest?

Both a down vest and a dale vest.
two i like are from onassis clothing but would prefer not to spend less than 200

http://www.onassisclothing.com/index.php/apparel/blazers/dale.html

Uniqlo makes a great thin one for sub $50

 

[JBMarce21]

I'm looking to buy a pair of black lace ups, but am not sure where to start, preferably black with a leather sole and nothing too complicated in terms of design, something like this would be perfect:





thing is, I'm on a bit of a budget, looking for something in the range of 150-200. Any suggestions are much appreciated.

Meermin - see the thread

 

[mcbrown]



Single buckle monk straps don't seem to get much love around here, often described as being like "Pilgrim shoes." If you like them use your own judgement, it is your style after all.

I have literally never seen monk straps described that way on SF. SF seems to love monk straps, single or double, far more than the general public does.

 

[K030]

What is your definition of a little snow and relatively short distance? If we're talking about less than a mile of walking and one to two inches of snow I think you're fine with regular dress shoes. You're just going to need to polish them more often.

I'm looking to buy a pair of black lace ups, but am not sure where to start, preferably black with a leather sole and nothing too complicated in terms of design, something like this would be perfect:

thing is, I'm on a bit of a budget, looking for something in the range of 150-200. Any suggestions are much appreciated.

Hush puppies should have something. Though I don't know if this brand would be considered worthy by the typical forum standards.

 

[indesertum]

not worthy. they're glued on rubber soles with **** leather

 

[meemo]

re-post

 

[meemo]



I have literally never seen monk straps described that way on SF. SF seems to love monk straps, single or double, far more than the general public does.

thanks for the opinions everyone! ended up picking them up, at just over $100 it was a little too hard to resist.

 

[clarksdb]

Yeah I don't understand the love for monk straps on this site. I think they're ugly but that's just my opinion.

 

[Vivaldi09]

I'm currently a college student and I'm getting tired of always wearing gym shoes/tennis shoes. I'd really like to get some casual leather shoes (they don't necessarily have to be leather). I live in Florida so I always wear khaki shorts/cargo shorts and a polo. What shoes do you think I should get? By the way, I do not like penny loafers/moccasins so those are out. Thank you, I appreciate your respones.